Chickety China the Chinese Chicken

Transport yourself to the heart of bold and savory flavors with "Chickety China the Chinese Chicken," a mouthwatering stir-fry that combines tender, bite-sized chicken thighs with a glossy, umami-packed sauce. This quick 35-minute recipe features a harmonious blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, and sesame oil, perfectly balanced with aromatic ginger and garlic. A cornstarch slurry effortlessly thickens the marinade into a luscious glaze that clings to every piece of chicken. Garnished with vibrant green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this crowd-pleaser is best served over fluffy jasmine rice or noodles for a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal right at home. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this easy Chinese chicken recipe will become a staple in your rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola oil)
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Cut the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the marinade.

Step 3

Pour half of the marinade over the chicken pieces, reserving the other half for later. Toss the chicken well to coat and let it marinate for 10-15 minutes in the refrigerator.

Step 4

In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Set aside for thickening the sauce later.

Step 5

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, then add the neutral oil.

Step 6

Once the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken pieces to the skillet. Discard any excess marinade from the bowl (for food safety). Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Lower the heat to medium and pour the reserved marinade into the skillet with the chicken. Stir well to coat.

Step 8

Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and beautifully coats the chicken.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and garnish the chicken with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Step 10

Serve hot with steamed jasmine rice or noodles. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(697.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1573.4

Total Fat 97.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 568.0mg	0%
Sodium 2658.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.4g	0%
Total Sugars 27.0g
Protein 126.3g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 128.5mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 1455.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 32.1%

Carbs: 12.2%